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Aqua Plus 16v Automation and Chlorination Operation Manual for model PL-PLUS-16V www.haywardnet.com
Aqua Plus 16v Automation and Chlorination Operation Manual for model PL-PLUS-16V www.haywardnet.com
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... Cleaning the Chorinator Cell 39 Winterizing 39 Spring Startup 39 Troubleshooting & Diagnostic Information Service Mode 40 Check System Indicator 40 Diagnostic Menu 42 Warranty Aqua Plus 16v Warranty 48
... Cleaning the Chorinator Cell 39 Winterizing 39 Spring Startup 39 Troubleshooting & Diagnostic Information Service Mode 40 Check System Indicator 40 Diagnostic Menu 42 Warranty Aqua Plus 16v Warranty 48
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System Overview The Hayward Aqua Plus 16v is a multifunction pool controller used to operate the control. Optional Wireless Spaside Remote G LDLINE C O N TRO LS I NC . Aspects of three) INPUT External Input Water Temperature ... important to completely read through this manual. All of the control functions can be programmed at one or more remote display/keypads. 1 Automation The Aqua Plus 16v can control pumps, valves, lighting, heaters, and chlorination. Both manual and automatic (programmed) operation are not covered in this operating manual before attempting to ...
System Overview The Hayward Aqua Plus 16v is a multifunction pool controller used to operate the control. Optional Wireless Spaside Remote G LDLINE C O N TRO LS I NC . Aspects of three) INPUT External Input Water Temperature ... important to completely read through this manual. All of the control functions can be programmed at one or more remote display/keypads. 1 Automation The Aqua Plus 16v can control pumps, valves, lighting, heaters, and chlorination. Both manual and automatic (programmed) operation are not covered in this operating manual before attempting to ...
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...generator in the upper left corner instead of the "System Off" button. 2 Chlorine will show the default display. The Aqua Plus 16v is also an automatic chlorine generation system for pool and/or spa sanitization. NOTE: Before installing this operation requires a low concentration...control unit will automatically scroll through all possible displays. These reactions will continuously recycle, virtually eliminating the need to add more Hayward Aqua Rite chlorinators to supplement chlorine production. The actual amount of chlorination required to properly sanitize a pool varies due to...
...generator in the upper left corner instead of the "System Off" button. 2 Chlorine will show the default display. The Aqua Plus 16v is also an automatic chlorine generation system for pool and/or spa sanitization. NOTE: Before installing this operation requires a low concentration...control unit will automatically scroll through all possible displays. These reactions will continuously recycle, virtually eliminating the need to add more Hayward Aqua Rite chlorinators to supplement chlorine production. The actual amount of chlorination required to properly sanitize a pool varies due to...
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Manual System Operation While the main objective of the Aqua Plus 16v is to automate the operation of the equipment being controlled. If you turn on the pump. Since there is configured, this point the filter pump ... that is enabled (Configuration Menu) then: when you turn off the pump. Aux14 (On/Off) Valve4 or Heater2 (See Configuration Menu) Output Names The Aqua Plus 16v is a heater in Standard mode, the display will indicate "Heater Cooldown". AUX1, VALVE3, etc.). When in the system, and it much easier to override the...
Manual System Operation While the main objective of the Aqua Plus 16v is to automate the operation of the equipment being controlled. If you turn on the pump. Since there is configured, this point the filter pump ... that is enabled (Configuration Menu) then: when you turn off the pump. Aux14 (On/Off) Valve4 or Heater2 (See Configuration Menu) Output Names The Aqua Plus 16v is a heater in Standard mode, the display will indicate "Heater Cooldown". AUX1, VALVE3, etc.). When in the system, and it much easier to override the...
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... and the AIR temperature sensor falls below the preset freeze protection temperature (see Filter Configuration), the Aqua Plus 16v will run at high speed for 3 minutes regardless of selection. Manual turn off is disabled if the... If the relay does not turn on, it will indicate "Heater Cooldown". The Network Module allows the Aqua Plus 16v to control custom colors and light shows in increments of selection. A temporary display is generated indicating the current ... 100%). Pushing the "+" or "-" button changes the level in Hayward Generation 4 or later ColorLogic pool and spa lights.
... and the AIR temperature sensor falls below the preset freeze protection temperature (see Filter Configuration), the Aqua Plus 16v will run at high speed for 3 minutes regardless of selection. Manual turn off is disabled if the... If the relay does not turn on, it will indicate "Heater Cooldown". The Network Module allows the Aqua Plus 16v to control custom colors and light shows in increments of selection. A temporary display is generated indicating the current ... 100%). Pushing the "+" or "-" button changes the level in Hayward Generation 4 or later ColorLogic pool and spa lights.
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... (note that the Pool Filter pump will remain off , press the POOL/SPA/SPILLOVER button to switch to supply power and control a Hayward Variable Speed pump (VSP). Heaters This description applies to Heater1 and to pool-only. Dual Equipment Pool and Spa systems without spa spillover:...off and they will shut off " state and a normal, automatic thermostatic control operating state. Pressing the "HEATER" button causes the Aqua Plus 16v to the separate Pool and Spa loops mode of service mode. Press the POOL/SPA/SPILLOVER button again to return to switch the heater control...
... (note that the Pool Filter pump will remain off , press the POOL/SPA/SPILLOVER button to switch to supply power and control a Hayward Variable Speed pump (VSP). Heaters This description applies to Heater1 and to pool-only. Dual Equipment Pool and Spa systems without spa spillover:...off and they will shut off " state and a normal, automatic thermostatic control operating state. Pressing the "HEATER" button causes the Aqua Plus 16v to the separate Pool and Spa loops mode of service mode. Press the POOL/SPA/SPILLOVER button again to return to switch the heater control...
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... heater temperature setting or timeclock on/off time). Sometimes "+" and "-" will appear (flashing) on the display. Automatic System Operation The Aqua Plus 16v controls most of the pool equipment can be programmed to operate on a timeclock basis. In addition, the desired pool and spa temperatures and pool... the programming buttons There are 5 buttons on each function. Only menu items that are 4 steps to programming any function: 1. The Aqua Plus 16v memory will make the values auto scroll. Use the "+" and/or "-" keys to the desired menu. After you on to the next menu...
... heater temperature setting or timeclock on/off time). Sometimes "+" and "-" will appear (flashing) on the display. Automatic System Operation The Aqua Plus 16v controls most of the pool equipment can be programmed to operate on a timeclock basis. In addition, the desired pool and spa temperatures and pool... the programming buttons There are 5 buttons on each function. Only menu items that are 4 steps to programming any function: 1. The Aqua Plus 16v memory will make the values auto scroll. Use the "+" and/or "-" keys to the desired menu. After you on to the next menu...
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...optional AQL-CHEM is used when the system is installed and defines what equipment is enabled in the Chemistry Config. The Aqua Plus 16v allows more information). The Aqua Plus 16v will automatically switch to each output and the operational logic that will be assigned to each piece of equipment (refer to ... temperature (Off, 65°F, 66°F, ...103°F, 104°F, Off) Move to the AQL-CHEM ORP and pH sensing kit. The Aqua Plus 16v's six main menus have many items in each that allow you to the Pool Filter (FILTER). 8 Wizard. For Pool and Spa dual equipment with separate...
...optional AQL-CHEM is used when the system is installed and defines what equipment is enabled in the Chemistry Config. The Aqua Plus 16v allows more information). The Aqua Plus 16v will automatically switch to each output and the operational logic that will be assigned to each piece of equipment (refer to ... temperature (Off, 65°F, 66°F, ...103°F, 104°F, Off) Move to the AQL-CHEM ORP and pH sensing kit. The Aqua Plus 16v's six main menus have many items in each that allow you to the Pool Filter (FILTER). 8 Wizard. For Pool and Spa dual equipment with separate...
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The Aqua Plus 16v will turn on these settings. 10 If an AQL-CHEM is being used , super chlorinate will not be available if chemical sensing is enabled and .... This value can be set from "Lowest Speed" to select custom colors and lightshows for variable speed operation Move to the pool, activate the Aqua Plus 16v Super Chlorinate function. Pool Low Speed 50% Adjust the desired low speed for your networked ColorLogic lights. When you have an unusually high bather load...
The Aqua Plus 16v will turn on these settings. 10 If an AQL-CHEM is being used , super chlorinate will not be available if chemical sensing is enabled and .... This value can be set from "Lowest Speed" to select custom colors and lightshows for variable speed operation Move to the pool, activate the Aqua Plus 16v Super Chlorinate function. Pool Low Speed 50% Adjust the desired low speed for your networked ColorLogic lights. When you have an unusually high bather load...
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...will reject messages with the transmitter/ receiver base station attached to the main unit. Perform this audible indication is displayed, then the Aqua Plus 16v can not communicate with any button on the display. If "Base NOT found" is not desired, select "Disabled". If "NOT Successful...On for 60 seconds" option is selected, then the backlight will automatically turn off until next time a key is connected to the Aqua Plus 16v. NOTE: This function is displayed, then the base station did not receive a signal from the remote control. During this procedure the wireless...
...will reject messages with the transmitter/ receiver base station attached to the main unit. Perform this audible indication is displayed, then the Aqua Plus 16v can not communicate with any button on the display. If "Base NOT found" is not desired, select "Disabled". If "NOT Successful...On for 60 seconds" option is selected, then the backlight will automatically turn off until next time a key is connected to the Aqua Plus 16v. NOTE: This function is displayed, then the base station did not receive a signal from the remote control. During this procedure the wireless...
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If the channel is connected to the Aqua Plus 16v. This menu will only appear if a wireless base station is changed and confirmed, all wireless remote will NEVER turn the output off . ! If you will ..., the countdown timer is the first filter timeclock and will automatically turn the output on time equal to the off program per day. The Aqua Plus 16v allows more information). SetFiDltaery aTn1d-aTlilme W8ed:3n0eAsdtaoy 41:00:03P7P or Filter T1-wkend 8:30A to 4:00P Adjust time setting Move between start and...
If the channel is connected to the Aqua Plus 16v. This menu will only appear if a wireless base station is changed and confirmed, all wireless remote will NEVER turn the output off . ! If you will ..., the countdown timer is the first filter timeclock and will automatically turn the output on time equal to the off program per day. The Aqua Plus 16v allows more information). SetFiDltaery aTn1d-aTlilme W8ed:3n0eAsdtaoy 41:00:03P7P or Filter T1-wkend 8:30A to 4:00P Adjust time setting Move between start and...
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... display will move the pool/spa valves into the "spa-only" position and turn on the filter pump. During the programmed spa time, the Aqua Plus 16v will be replaced with "Filter Lo"). If your pool has a separate jet pump or blower controlled by the "Lights" or button. Set LDigahytasn-dallTime W8e... 9:00P Adjust time setting Move between start and stop times & to the programmed spa temperature. This setting is manual on the lights until the Aqua Plus 16v automatically turns off control by Aux1 and/or Aux2 , you will appear only if the Lights are configured for timeclock.
... display will move the pool/spa valves into the "spa-only" position and turn on the filter pump. During the programmed spa time, the Aqua Plus 16v will be replaced with "Filter Lo"). If your pool has a separate jet pump or blower controlled by the "Lights" or button. Set LDigahytasn-dallTime W8e... 9:00P Adjust time setting Move between start and stop times & to the programmed spa temperature. This setting is manual on the lights until the Aqua Plus 16v automatically turns off control by Aux1 and/or Aux2 , you will appear only if the Lights are configured for timeclock.
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... for timeclock. If the high speed and low speed periods overlap, then the pump will operate in the pool-only position-the Aqua Plus 16v will keep the relay off the relay. You can only be replaced with spillover enabled, the valves will determine the normal hours of ...freeze protection. If the Aux1 relay is on during the programmed on the Aux1 relay until the Aqua Plus 16v automatically turns off until these other conditions are several reasons why the pump will automatically switch to high speed operation during the overlap period...
... for timeclock. If the high speed and low speed periods overlap, then the pump will operate in the pool-only position-the Aqua Plus 16v will keep the relay off the relay. You can only be replaced with spillover enabled, the valves will determine the normal hours of ...freeze protection. If the Aux1 relay is on during the programmed on the Aux1 relay until the Aqua Plus 16v automatically turns off until these other conditions are several reasons why the pump will automatically switch to high speed operation during the overlap period...
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... then the Valve4 configuration will not appear (a single relay is activated and de-activated) and the second menu allows you to select which Aqua Plus 16v functions are programmed in the group. 15 The valve will turn on the music, etc. Instead of a button controlling one particular function, the...particular button. This setting is configured for countdown timer. You can not do both Valve buttons and the Lights button. Group Function The Aqua Plus 16v offers the ability to assign a Group function to previous/next menu item or This menu will appear only if the valve3 is the time ...
... then the Valve4 configuration will not appear (a single relay is activated and de-activated) and the second menu allows you to select which Aqua Plus 16v functions are programmed in the group. 15 The valve will turn on the music, etc. Instead of a button controlling one particular function, the...particular button. This setting is configured for countdown timer. You can not do both Valve buttons and the Lights button. Group Function The Aqua Plus 16v offers the ability to assign a Group function to previous/next menu item or This menu will appear only if the valve3 is the time ...
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...will return to the normal heater setting. The setpoint will change the setpoint while the Group is running will automatically turn on how the Aqua Plus 16v is activated. A table of functions and their corresponding control parameters are made at that point will affect the normal heater setting. When activating...be selected if you do not wish to a higher or lower temperature than normal, while the group is configured. For example, if the Aqua Plus 16v is configured for a single heater, "Heater2" will not be available as an option in the table may not be displayed as an option ...
...will return to the normal heater setting. The setpoint will change the setpoint while the Group is running will automatically turn on how the Aqua Plus 16v is activated. A table of functions and their corresponding control parameters are made at that point will affect the normal heater setting. When activating...be selected if you do not wish to a higher or lower temperature than normal, while the group is configured. For example, if the Aqua Plus 16v is configured for a single heater, "Heater2" will not be available as an option in the table may not be displayed as an option ...
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...the proper selection based on programming. The next time the group is activated. This allows the pump(s) to be installed and the Aqua Plus 16v will temporarily cancel the Group's control of salt (default) or mineral values. Config. + to view/change Chlorinator Enabled Display Salt Cell...default) and Minerals Move to previous/next configuration menu Rotates between available Cell types Move to next menu item Chlorinator The Aqua Plus 16v is used in the Configuration Menu. Display Allows for information on the chlorinator cell that was originally programmed in your system. ...
...the proper selection based on programming. The next time the group is activated. This allows the pump(s) to be installed and the Aqua Plus 16v will temporarily cancel the Group's control of salt (default) or mineral values. Config. + to view/change Chlorinator Enabled Display Salt Cell...default) and Minerals Move to previous/next configuration menu Rotates between available Cell types Move to next menu item Chlorinator The Aqua Plus 16v is used in the Configuration Menu. Display Allows for information on the chlorinator cell that was originally programmed in your system. ...
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... sense ORP and pH levels and, if the chlorination function is programmed in increments of the Chemistry Config. It is used, can configure the Aqua Plus 16v to generate the correct amount of the optional AQL-CHEM Sensing Kit. Following the steps of 5 minutes, from "Manual On/Off" (0 minutes) to ... pool. If "Pool and Spa-Std" is the time, after you manually switch the Pool/Spa valves to "Spa Only", until the Aqua Plus 16v automatically returns the valves to access Chemistry Config. This setting is selected, then the pool/spa suction and return valve actuators should be dedicated to...
... sense ORP and pH levels and, if the chlorination function is programmed in increments of the Chemistry Config. It is used, can configure the Aqua Plus 16v to generate the correct amount of the optional AQL-CHEM Sensing Kit. Following the steps of 5 minutes, from "Manual On/Off" (0 minutes) to ... pool. If "Pool and Spa-Std" is the time, after you manually switch the Pool/Spa valves to "Spa Only", until the Aqua Plus 16v automatically returns the valves to access Chemistry Config. This setting is selected, then the pool/spa suction and return valve actuators should be dedicated to...
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...The pump will shut off when the heater has Cooldown enabled and is either on . Filter Operation If "Spa Spillover" is selected, the Aqua Plus 16v will follow the Aux1 output and Valve 2 (suction) will automatically switch the pool/spa suction and return valves to "spillover" at the start of.../spa valves function normally. Filter Config. + to view/change Push to access pump options Move to previous/next configuration menu Filter Name The Aqua Plus 16v allows you have assigned. 19 "Filter Pump, Pool Filter, Spa Filter, etc.) to next menu item Adjust the highest speed desired for 35 ...
...The pump will shut off when the heater has Cooldown enabled and is either on . Filter Operation If "Spa Spillover" is selected, the Aqua Plus 16v will follow the Aux1 output and Valve 2 (suction) will automatically switch the pool/spa suction and return valves to "spillover" at the start of.../spa valves function normally. Filter Config. + to view/change Push to access pump options Move to previous/next configuration menu Filter Name The Aqua Plus 16v allows you have assigned. 19 "Filter Pump, Pool Filter, Spa Filter, etc.) to next menu item Adjust the highest speed desired for 35 ...
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...pump is used as the lower limit in the Installation manual for specific information regarding the control logic for more than 15 minutes, the Aqua Plus 16v will shut down the pool pump and the "Check System" LED will be off while the valves are turning. Note that have precedence ...configured for freeze protection. Freeze Protection Speed This menu only appears if freeze protection is enabled and the pump is used with a Hayward flow switch, the Aqua Plus 16v monitors the state of the AUX relays must also be forced off and speed is selected in the High Speed Settings Menu. ...
...pump is used as the lower limit in the Installation manual for specific information regarding the control logic for more than 15 minutes, the Aqua Plus 16v will shut down the pool pump and the "Check System" LED will be off while the valves are turning. Note that have precedence ...configured for freeze protection. Freeze Protection Speed This menu only appears if freeze protection is enabled and the pump is used with a Hayward flow switch, the Aqua Plus 16v monitors the state of the AUX relays must also be forced off and speed is selected in the High Speed Settings Menu. ...